Advocates seeking to raise funds to offer housing and connections to comprehensive services at Augusta church property that is for sale.
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Trump joins media outlets in pushing for his federal election interference case to be televised
The request for a televised trial comes as the Washington case has emerged as the most potent and direct legal threat to Trump’s political fortunes.
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FBI seized phones, iPad from New York Mayor Eric Adams in escalation of fundraising investigation
A search warrant indicates authorities are examining whether the campaign conspired with the Turkish government to receive donations from foreign sources, funneled through straw donors.
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How researchers, farmers and brewers want to safeguard beer against climate change
Farmers are using all the new strategies they can get to stay afloat and provide for large and small breweries alike.
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Dirigo Labs announces final call for applications for third cohort
WATERVILLE — Highlighting a focus on financial knowledge and expertise, Dirigo Labs is announcing a final call for applications for its third cohort of companies. The accelerator, housed at Hathaway Creative Center in downtown Waterville, has continued to empower startups statewide to secure funding, create jobs and encourage business expansion and retention. Extended to 16-weeks, […]
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Humane Society Waterville Area board announces executive director stepping down
WATERVILLE — The board of directors of the Humane Society Waterville Area has announced that Rae-Ann Demos will be stepping down as executive director, effective Dec. 1. Over the course of her tenure, Demos has been instrumental in many new initiatives to improve the work of the organization and the quality of life of animals […]
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Hammond Lumber Company to donate $100K in support of victims, families of the Lewiston tragedy
BELGRADE — In the wake of the recent tragedy that struck the community of Lewiston, Hammond Lumber Co. (Hammond) has announced donations of $100,000 to support the victims and families affectedby the tragedy in Lewiston. As a longstanding member of the Lewiston-Auburn community, Hammond Lumber is committed to providing immediate assistance and resources to help […]
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Franklin Savings Bank promotes Beckie Bowering to assistant vice president, cash management officer
Franklin Savings Bank has announced the promotion of Beckie Bowering to assistant vice president, cash management officer in Farmington. Bowering has been an integral part of the FSB team for 23 years. Her dedication and commitment to the bank and its customers have earned her this esteemed role, according to a news release from the […]
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Obesity drug Wegovy cut risk of serious heart problems by 20%, study finds
The findings could shift perceptions that the new class of obesity drugs are cosmetic treatments and put pressure on health insurers to cover them.
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Netanyahu rejects growing calls for a cease-fire as Israel battles Hamas outside main Gaza hospital
Israel has portrayed the hospital as Hamas’ main command post – claims Hamas and hospital staff deny.